O' behave! The dos and don'ts of Camden Yards

Game day do's and don'ts: Do shout 'O' during the national anthem

Karl Ferron, Baltimore Sun

It's not disrespectful, no matter what humorless announcers from other cities might say. If Francis Scott Key were alive today, you know he'd be shouting as loud as anyone. (We don't complain when Atlantans end their version of the anthem by shouting "Home of the Braves.")

It's not disrespectful, no matter what humorless announcers from other cities might say. If Francis Scott Key were alive today, you know he'd be shouting as loud as anyone. (We don't complain when Atlantans end their version of the anthem by shouting "Home of the Braves.") (Karl Ferron, Baltimore Sun)

Don't bring up Chris Davis' 25-game suspension or .196 average from last year (just casually mention that you're confident the "real Chris Davis" will return this year).

Don't bring up Chris Davis' 25-game suspension or .196 average from last year (just casually mention that you're confident the "real Chris Davis" will return this year). (Algerina Perna, Baltimore Sun)

Baseball is back in Baltimore this week, and not a moment too soon. We can't put winter in our rear-view mirrors fast enough. And here's something that makes the return of the game even sweeter this year: Over the past three seasons, the Orioles have returned to the rank of baseball's elite, which means that Camden Yards has become the place to be once again. If you're anyone who's anyone in these parts, checking out an occasional O's game is pretty much mandatory.

But what if you're new to the game, or you've never been to the greatest ballpark in the country, and haven't had the chance to bone up on game etiquette a la Orioles? For the rookies among you, here are a few suggestions on how to enter the Jewel of Camden Street and act like a pro.